Bruins select Matvei Kotkov in fourth round of 2026 NHL Draft

The Boston Bruins selected Matvei Kotkov with the 104th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NHL Draft held on June 27. Kotkov, a 17-year-old forward from Yekatrinburg, Russia, had a strong season in the MHL, recording 14 goals and 17 assists over 36 regular-season games. His postseason performance was notable, as he collected 15 points, including nine goals, in 18 playoff games with Loko Yaroslavl. This marks the Bruins' continued focus on drafting European players, having used their first four picks on this demographic. NBA analyst Scott Wheeler highlighted Kotkov as a talented prospect who could develop into a significant player in the KHL before potentially joining the NHL later in his career.

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